Formal Wear Accessories

Dolce & Gabbana Logo Money Clip

Unless you need to be reached by the babysitter, you don’t need a cell phone in your pocket. What you will need is money, an I.D. and your invitation for an elegant evening — all of which can be kept in sublime form within a money clip. It’ll add a splash of sophistication to your demeanor, and it’ll slide sleekly into your pocket without adding any extra bulk.

Stefano Ricci Tie

Formal wear accessories must be subtle and a garish tie will stand out like a bad haircut. A solid black, silver or blue tie in muted tones is the safest bet when it comes to adorning yourself in complementary pieces. A tie with a sublime pattern or spare stripe adds just enough personality to set you apart from the rest of the crowd.

Kenneth Cole Tie Clip

Most modern men don’t bother with wearing a tie clip, even though this formal wear accessory serves an important purpose: It keeps your tie in place when you’re standing and out of your soup when you’re eating. The trend of three-button suits negates the tie clip, but as the fashion pendulum swings back to the classic two-button jacket, the tie clip once again makes itself useful. Price: $30 USD at KennethCole.com.

Salvatore Ferragamo Buckle Belt

We know what you’re thinking: “I already have a black leather belt; why do I need another one?” Well, every little detail counts and your daily belt is beginning to show the abuse it’s suffered throughout the years of overuse. Perhaps the entire crowd won’t notice, but she will. So, invest in a fine leather belt that you reserve only for special occasions. Price: $230 USD at NeimanMarcus.com.

posh accent pieces

The more you personalize and accessorize your suit, the more confident you’ll feel. These are formal wear accessories you only wear on special occasions, and they will change the way you feel and act. A pair of unique cuff links are always a good and safe topic with which to start a conversation, but your goal is to create a complete look for yourself amidst the growing tide of mediocrity at formal events.

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